Principal Software Engineer

OverviewAt ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner - and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Global Software R&D ManagerIn this role, you will have the opportunity to initiate and drive technology, software, product, and/or solution development using in-depth technical expertise in a specific area. Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development (R&D) for in-depth product or technology-related issues. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting strategic corporate technology management and future product/software/solution architecture.The work model for the role is: onsite/hybrid/remoteThis role is contributing to the Robotics in the U.S. Main stakeholders are Industries Business.Key ResponsibilitiesCloud architecture technology integration, integrating various systems and modules. Also becoming the point of contact for new feature enhancements.Investing efforts into expanding competence portfolio beyond the area of specialization, assimilating developments in complementary technologies, tools, and methodologies, and integrating learnings into daily activities.Managing major technology/engineering projects/product platforms of substantial impact to your organization.Anticipating and proactively proposing actions to mitigate possible quality problems in R&D projects.Monitoring and working to secure and develop Intellectual Property (IP) within and beyond your area of expertise/projects, based on a good understanding of IP strategies and competitors' patents in relevant ABB domains.QualificationsDegree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.10+ years of experience in software engineering with strong focus on systems architecture, edge AI, or robotics platforms. Sound knowledge of cybersecurity.Highly skilled in C++, Python, distributed systems, edge computing, AI/ML pipelines, and real-time system design, and the industrial robotics and machine vision market. Azure experience preferred.(OPTIONAL: working as Principal/Staff Engineer, Tech Lead, or Hands-on Architect with edge devices, AI vision systems, or industrial automation platforms).Possess an enhanced knowledge of Linux systems, containerization (Docker), messaging protocols (MQTT/ZeroMQ/ROS2), cloud-edge integration, and AI inference frameworks.You are passionate about building scalable, reliable systems and solving complex cross-domain problems involving perception, decision, and actuation.You are at ease communicating in English (technical and stakeholder communication).You hold current work authorization to work in the United States {where required}.BenefitsHealth, Life & DisabilityChoice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a high-deductible health plan (with a health savings account) called the high-deductible plan.Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.Vision benefit.Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.Short-term disability – up to 26 weeks – company paid.Long-term disability – 60% of pay – company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance).Parental leave – up to 6 weeks.Employee assistance program.Health advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.Employee discount program.Retirement401(k) savings plan with company contributions.Employee stock acquisition plan (ESAP).Time OffABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.While base salary is determined by your qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $98,700 and $157,920 annually.Equal Employment Opportunity & Affinity StatementABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdfAs an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR representative at 1-888-694-7762. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if they cannot use ABB's career site as a result of their disability. Request for accommodations can be made by calling 1-888-694-7762 or emailing US-AskHR@abb.com (resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner).J-18808-Ljbffr